Saputara trekking & Adventure Camp - Invincible NGO

SAPUTARA TREKKING & ADVENTURE CAMP

Polo Forest & Idar Adventure Camping To groom the youngsters in the field of adventures and environmental awareness, Invincible NGO presents the most interactive adventure & trekking camps at Saputara, Gujarat. On the hilly terrain of Sahyadri, what’s experienced, can’t be revealed in words.

Saputara trekking & Adventure Camp

About the Camping

Saputara hills are situated in the district of Dang. It is a part of the Sahyadri Range of mountains and the highest point is on the altitude of 1081 M from mean sea level. This unique camping is being organised by Invincible NGO & is not a tour but an adventure and nature education camp, hence the activities like Trekking, Rock Climbing, Rappelling and River Crossing are compulsory here. Accommodation are preferred in the tents at nearby camping grounds and the training is given under a strict atmosphere and discipline is must here. In addition of these activities, bird watching, sky observation, direction and route finding are also undertaken for basic information of the participants. So moreover, this camping includes adventure activities, site seeing & adventurous stay at Saputara and nearby places.

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About Saputara Hill Station

One of the few hill stations in Gujarat, Saputara is situated in the heart of Dangs district. Perched on the second highest plateau of the Sahyadri range, it literally means the 'abode of serpents'. The hill station also houses one of the longest ropeways in India, known as the “Pushpak Ropeway”. Saputara is a hill station located in the Dangs, the least developed of Gujarat’s districts. Overlooking a lush green valley, this unpretentious destination is a good place to unwind, go trekking or take leisurely hill walks. Blessed with exhilarating natural beauty, the town has verdant forests, gorgeous waterfalls and a plethora of lush gardens. It has a special mythological significance, for it was one of the abodes of Lord Rama during his

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14-year exile in the thick forests of this hill station. The hamlet has a unique deity of a serpent on the banks of the River Sarpaganga is worshipped by the locals and is a splendid site.

Saputara is popular for the several gardens present here. Rose Garden, as the name suggests, is a spectacular garden with many variety of Roses. Step Garden is a garden set up in steps. On the steps are laid beautiful plants and flower pots. Another garden is Lake Garden on the banks of Saputara Lake, which is an excellent picnic spot. All these gardens make Saputara a beautiful place. One another attractive place in Saputara, step garden has the unique feature of a garden set up in steps. Well laid out steps are adorned with beautiful plants, flower pots and in the midst of nice woods. There is a forest hut for the comfortable stay of the visitors, placed amidst the garden. The Garden is well maintained and offer many varieties of flowers and plants. Garden has open space for children to roam around. This is a nice place to spend the evenings away from town bustle and hustle. The hill resort of Saputara promises to refresh the tourists throughout the year with its cool weather. Saputara does not experience any extreme temperature variations and is an ideal getaway for the sun-scorched souls of the plains. The monsoon rains add to

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the magic of Saputara. Thus trip to the Saputara hills any time of the year. The best time is Monsoon & from middle of March to middle of November.

After the very first rain of the season, the whole area comes out with full of greenery, waterfalls and other natural beauty. The city has been developed as a Hill Station by the government and is a hot favourite place of tourists all the way coming from Gujarat, Nashik and Bombay. The place is also famous for its rich tribal heritage and festivals. Many museums are here showing culture of the Dangs, the local tribe. Hatgad Fort is a historical monumental fort located just 5 km away from Saputara lake in Maharashtra state border. The fort holds a great significance to history of Maratha king Shivaji and is very popular among tourist visiting Saputara for trekking. The area around this fort has also become popular for various hotels and resorts developed here.

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About Gira Falls

Located approximately 3 km from Waghai, Gira waterfalls make for a breathtakingly picturesque view. These falls can only be witnessed after rains (around monsoon). Since, these falls are open for public, you can very well traverse by jeeps. The 30 m natural drop in the river Ambica river makes for an amazing videography.

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Trekking in Saputara

Invincible has set some very exciting trekking routes near to Saputara. The morning trek to Sunrise Point and Governor’s Hill trek are the selected one’s. The area is rich with diversified flora and gives spectacular views to trekkers. These trekking routes are very easy and good kick-start for beginners. As the motive of the NGO is to project youth in proper adventure, the climb is planned in such a way, where the learning can take place with the feeling breeze blowing from the Western Ghats.

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Schedule/Itinerary The participants are requested to reach L D College of Engineering Hostel Canteen by 10:00 PM in late night, the camp will depart on the previous night of the campdate. Day 1: Arrival & Sightseeing 06:00 AM

Arrival at Gira Waterfall

08:00 AM

Breakfast & Departure for Saputara

11:30 AM

Arrival at Saputara Campsite

12:00 PM

Briefing and Tent Allotment

01:00 Pm

Lunch

02:30 PM

Sightseeing: Rose Garden, Step Garden & Sunset Point

08:00 PM

Dinner & Campfire

The night halt and accommodation are set as per the weather conditions. Day 2: Trekking & Adventure Activities 06:00 AM

Trek to Sunrise Point

08:00 AM

Breakfast & Departure for Rock Climbing, Rappelling

12:30 PM

Lunch

02:30 PM

River Crossing, Team Games

08:30 PM

Dinner & Campfire

The night halt and accommodation are set as per the weather conditions. Day 3: Departure for Ahmedabad 12:00 PM

Free time in Morning & Departure for Ahmedabad

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Participation Fees The fees structure is based on the 2 different modes of camping. Type

Fees per head

Ahmedabad to Ahmedabad

₹ 1550/-

Saputara to Saputara

₹ 1150/-

The fees includes*:     

Simple Food (Gujarati, Jain & Swaminarayan food available) Accommodation (adventure accommodation in tents/hall) Activities: Trekking, Adventure Activities, Team games, Campfire and others Volunteers/Instructors, First Aid support Travel, as per the above table, Forest entry fees

Cancellation: On receipt of an application for cancellation, cancellation will be granted by the Project Manager. The cancellation charges will be as under on the total camp fees… Cancellation Duration

Refund Amount

More than 41 days

90%

Between 21 to 40 days

75%


50%


25%

* All the facilities and services mentioned above are clearly subject to weather conditions and all other unforeseen situations/factors. No person/invincible NGO will be responsible for any loss of the luggage or valuables carried by the trekker.

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How to Register? Visit website for the updated list of camps. One can apply by both the online and offline modes. Apply Online: Please visit http://invinciblengo.org/events for online application. Apply Offline: Visit the NGO office and register yourself. For more information and registration, call on 9099400699 or write to [email protected].

How to organize a special camp? Special camps can be organized by sending a request application on the NGO mail ID [email protected]. More details available on 9099400699. The fees structure would be same for the group of the fixed strength. Minimum of 24 participants are needed to organize a special camp.

Things to be carried Participants are advised to carry the below mentioned things along with them personally. The NGO will not be responsible to provide if not carried. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Bedding Material (Sleeping Bag/Blanket/Chattai) 2 pair Full sleeves shirts/T-Shirts, full pants/treks/ trousers (Half pants/Shorts are not allowed on treks/activities) Woolen sweater, Woolen cap, Raincoat/Umbrella (as per season) Sports Shoes with a good rubber sole & Socks, sleepers Cap, Sun glasses Torch, Candles, Match Box 2 Water Bottles Plastic Carry Bags & Sanitary Materials Mug/Glass & Spoon

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Contact Details

Invincible NGO 308, 3rd Floor, Above Chocolate Room, University Plaza, Near Vijay Cross Roads, Ahmedabad, GUJARAT 380015

+91 90994 00699 +91 99138 00699 http://invinciblengo.org/ Page 10